Humanities is a series specifically designed to support the new Victorian Essential Learning Standards (VELS). The texts and accompanying CD-ROMs and Worksheets aim to stimulate students to be curious about the world we live in while developing a range of skills, including the ability to understand and adapt essential information. The domains of History, Geography, Economics and Civics and Citizenship are the principle focus. Links are consistently made, particularly through the activities, to the domains of Communication, Thinking, ICT, and Design, creativity and technology. Aspects of Personal learning and Interpersonal Development are also integrated, for example working in teams, in-depth learning and opportunities to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to take action as members of society. Features of the series include: Comprehensive coverage of the Learning Focus and Standards of Humanities. Colourful double-page spread presentation to capture student interest. High interest text that communicates concepts to students in a clear and direct style. Glossary terms highlighted and defined at the start of each chapter. Skills integrated throughout plus SkillsEssentials sections, many with links to additional interactives on the CD-ROM.